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Asthma is a very common condition that affects more than 5- 10% of the population.

Asthma is a Chronic Lung Disease where the tissue becomes inflamed and narrow the airways of the Lungs (Bronchial).

Typically air comes in and out of the lungs without problems. When Asthma worsens, this flow of air becomes more difficult.

A patient with Asthma doesn’t necessarily have trouble breathing all the time. It comes and goes and is often seen around cold air, exercise, or another trigger.

Worldwide, Asthma is seen equally in boys and girls but is more often seen in children than adults. It is seen in about 100 out of every 1000 individuals.

Over the past 15 years the cost, number of hospitalizations, and occurrence has been steadily increasing. Asthma is a chronic condition that affects theLungs. The root of this medial condition is the Inflammatory Condition of the airways.

Symptoms:

Symptoms are present in episodes but can be see in the following circumstances:

– Can begin very suddenly
– Often worse with exercise
– Often worse when sick
– Often worse when temperature is cold
– Often worse at night
– Sometimes will go away on own
– More often than not, medication is required

*** It has been described as a inability to catch your breath.

Potential for Hospitalization

Many acute asthma attacks require hospitalization and further evaluation.